Welcome to Madmule Trail & Performance Consultancy
Richard O'Connor PT
I AM BUT THE GUIDE
I am Richard O'Connor. Most people view a starting line as a roll of the dice. They pay for the entry, they show up with grit, but they spend the day agonizing over discomfort because they missed the most critical piece of the puzzle: Preparation.
I’ve spent my life enquiring how humans move and testing the limits of my own physical aptitude—from the Royal Marines and GB Duathlon to finishing the UTMB twice. Most recently, the Hardy Way FKT (Fastest Known Time) served as a masterclass in what happens when planning, mindset, and physical aptitude align.
But I don’t coach to showcase my own achievements. I coach to ensure you value yourself enough to arrive at your challenge fully prepared.
WHY MADMULE?
In 2015, I founded Madmule to represent the freedom that comes with rigorous training. For a goal to be worth your time, it should look a bit "mad" to the onlooker. It should carry risk. It should inspire action.
My philosophy is simple: No Adventure Unless. There is no true adventure without preparation. Whether I am coaching you 1-on-1 for life-performance or guiding you through a Trail Pathway, my approach is rooted in an intensive understanding of anatomy and physiology. I handle the problem-solving and the programming so you can focus on the one thing that matters: Commitment.
THE METHOD
I work with high-performers who balance demanding careers with big ambitions. I understand the "Life-Load" because I’ve lived it. My coaching isn't about chasing "vibes"—it's about professional-grade discipline.
My one piece of advice? “There is no success UNLESS the work goes in when no one is watching"
If you are ready to invest in yourself and ensure your next "mad" goal goes to plan, let’s start the conversation.